May, 2018

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CBD & Cannabis Dosage Guide

Project CBD

It can be relatively easy to experience medical benefits from cannabis. A puff or two of tetrahydrocannabinol ( THC )-rich flower can do the trick for a lot of people. Smoking marijuana, however, is not the be-all and end-all of cannabis therapeutics. There are many ways to experience the medical benefits of cannabis, and some of them are even non-intoxicating.

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The Supreme Court Puts a Halt to a Commandeering Congress

MJ Business Attorneys

On May 14, 2018, the Supreme Court chose to revive American Federalism when a seven-member majority of the Court held the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992 (PASPA) to be unconstitutional. The case, Murphy v. NCAA, et al., resulted in a ruling that struck down the provision of PASPA that prohibited the states from authorizing sports gambling, which ultimately drove the Court to declare the entire Act unconstitutional.

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Medicinal Genomics Secures Funding for a Better Cannabis Reference

Medicinal Genomics

Medicinal Genomics recently secured funding from the DASH network to create a better cannabis reference genome for controversially patented TypeII plants. This new reference will greatly improve the quality of sequencing data generated from the StrainSEEK Identification and Registration Service to fingerprint cannabis cultivars and challenge the detrimental and overly broad cannabis patents that are being issued.

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Medical Cannabis in South Africa

Medical Cannabis Seedbank

Introduction. The cannabis news has been buzzing in South Africa recently. Activists and tie-dye wearing hippies are in headline-grabbing court battles trying to legalize medical cannabis in this country. The only chance at seeing the cannabis plant legalized here lies with our country’s scientists. Scientists who literally have to “weed” out fact from fiction and find the true medical worth of the plant.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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Dosing Cannabis/Medical Marijuana: 10 Key Things to Consider

Leafwell

People often ask “I suffer from x condition – please give me advice on what CBD:THC profile to take, and how much and how often.” Related to this are other questions, such as “What strain should I take, and what range of cannabinoids and terpenes are best for my condition/s?” In some ways, this is a good, because patients are becoming increasingly aware of the concept of chemovariance.

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Insurance for Marijuana Establishments: What You Need to Know

Connor & Connor PLLC

There are generally a couple of routes marijuana establishments take to getting insured; owners may use insurance companies that specifically cater to the cannabis industry or, alternatively, they may secure insurance through more traditional insurers willing to carry the risk. Some companies may also choose to self-insure, but that is relatively rare.

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Making MMJ Edibles At Home: Is It Worth It?

MMJ Recs

Edibles are one of the best forms of medical marijuana. What other medication can you think of that combines sweet treats with medicinal goodness? MMJ edibles are readily available in dispensaries, but many people consider making them themselves at home, questioning whether it’s worth it. Like most things, there are positives and negatives that you need to consider.

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It’s Healthier to Stay Away from Doctors in America (Part 1 of 2)

Nature's Way Medicine

Reasons It’s Healthier to Stay Away from Doctors in American Healthcare Today Here are some of the rackets taking place in our healthcare system that create an environment where it’s healthier to stay away from doctors in America today. Let’s see if you have witnessed any of these happen to anyone you know, or perhaps. The post It’s Healthier to Stay Away from Doctors in America (Part 1 of 2) appeared first on Nature's Way Medicine ®.

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Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Extends Deadline for Issuing Medical Marihuana Facility Licenses to Existing Facilities

Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

Today, the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (“LARA”) released an amended set of emergency administrative rules that implement the Medical Marihuana Facilities Licensing Act (“MMFLA”) and establish a transition period for existing medical marihuana facilities to become licensed. The most notable change to the rules benefits temporary operators who faced a fast-approaching June 15, 2018 deadline under the old rules to either be licensed or shut down.

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Medical Marijuana Patients and the Second Amendment

Leafwell

This blog is going to answer the common question: “Does being a medical marijuana patient affect my right to bear arms?” The simple answer to this is simply, “Yes” As cannabis (the natural version of it, anyway) is federally illegal, medical marijuana patients are thought to be utilizing – or more likely to utilize – an illicit substance.

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Are You Compliant? A Guide to California’s Cannabis Product Packaging Rules for 2018

Marijuana Packaging

NOTE: A few minor updates were made as of May 18, 2018. Those updates appear in the text below, defined by text that is bold and underlined. These emergency regulations will remain valid until July 1, 2018 at which point they will have been reassessed. You can read the full official legal language here but we break it down and make it easy to understand below.

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Risk & Reward: A Primer on Plant-Touching Cannabis Companies

Burns Levinson (Cannabusiness advisory)

Not all cannabis-related companies are created equal. In fact, in the eyes of state and federal regulators, they differ significantly, depending on whether they “touch” the cannabis plant—and they’re treated accordingly. The most common types of companies that do touch the plant are the “operators” that are cultivating, processing, or dispensing cannabis or cannabis products.

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How to Use a Dispensary to Get Great Advice on MMJ

MMJ Recs

Medical marijuana is emerging as an excellent treatment for many conditions, but it can be tricky to find the right type of MMJ for your condition. The good news is, thanks to legislation that is regularly relaxing across the United States, more and more people are able to access a treatment that has long been confined to underground usage, and there are more and more dispensaries available in different states that employ people who are passionate about medical marijuana use.

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20,000 Patients Approved in Pennsylvania

Nature's Way Medicine

There have been over 20,000 patients approved by doctors for medical marijuana cards as of today. It is only May 17th, 2018 and the number of approved Pennsylvania medical marijuana patients has doubled since the start of April. At this rate, most Pennsylvanians will know someone with a medical marijuana card by the end of. The post 20,000 Patients Approved in Pennsylvania appeared first on Nature's Way Medicine ®.

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CBD Oil For Pets

The Herb Collective

CBD Oil can help pets with cancer, seizures, pain, anxiety and more. CBD, unlike THC, is a non-psychoactive compound of cannabis. This means CBD although found in cannabis, does not get you high and is being used for medicinal purposes by humans and pets instead. Studies have shown that CBD can be effective in decreasing inflammation, chronic pain, viability of tumor cells, anxiety, depression, seizures and much more.

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Medical Marijuana Patients and the Second Amendment

Leafwell

This blog is going to answer the common question: “Does being a medical marijuana patient affect my right to bear arms?” The simple answer to this is simply, “Yes” As cannabis (the natural version of it, anyway) is federally illegal, medical marijuana patients are thought to be utilizing – or more likely to utilize – an illicit substance.

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California Cannabis Investing: Understanding ‘Ownership’ And ‘Financial Interests’

Above The Law

California’s lack of a residency requirement has made it popular for people looking to invest in cannabis., but do you know the rules?

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NO BRAINER: CBD AND THC FOR HEAD INJURIES

Green Relief

The benefits of CBD-rich cannabis concentrates for chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) are well-known among football players and other pro athletes. But the U.S. government still maintains that cannabis is a dangerous drug with no medical value. BY MARTIN A. LEE ON MAY 02, 2018. Highlights: According to a U.S. government-held patent pertaining to “cannabinoids as antioxidants and neuroprotectants,” CBD and THC can limit “neurological damage following ischemic insults, such as stroke or trauma

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How to Store Your Medical Marijuana Properly

MMJ Recs

If you’re someone who uses medical marijuana, you’ll know what a lifesaver it can be in helping to treat the symptoms associated with some really debilitating illnesses. It can be taken in a variety of forms and strains, but there are some things you should know about how to properly store your medical marijuana so it can help you in the best way possible.

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Cannabis and endometriosis

Alchimia

The use of medical cannabis to treat ailments and the symptoms of a large number of diseases is becoming increasingly common, as are the many users who testify to its effectiveness compared to the so-called “synthetic drugs” While sometimes the use pharmaceutical medicines may be essential, we are increasingly more aware of the medicinal properties of cannabinoids and terpenes and how to use them, either to alleviate the symptoms caused by the disease itself, or to mitigate possible

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Trump-Gardner Pot Deal: Could Federalism Be the Fix to the Fed's Fight Against State Marijuana Industries?

MJ Business Attorneys

In the eight states that allow recreational marijuana use, and over two dozen states that authorize medical marijuana use, state and federal law are conflicting. And even further, Congress, since 2014 has prevented the Department of Justice from interfering with state medical marijuana laws, essentially creating conflict within the federal government itself.

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Medical Marijuana Patients and the Second Amendment

Leafwell

“Does being a medical marijuana patient affect my right to bear arms?”. The simple answer to this is simply, “Yes”. As cannabis (the natural version of it, anyway) is federally illegal, medical marijuana patients are thought to be utilizing – or more likely to utilize – an illicit substance. This means that medical marijuana users cannot legally buy firearms.

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Green Relief - Untitled Article

Green Relief

The benefits of CBD-rich cannabis concentrates for chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) are well-known among football players and other pro athletes. But the U.S. government still maintains that cannabis is a dangerous drug with no medical value. BY MARTIN A. LEE ON MAY 02, 2018. Highlights: According to a U.S. government-held patent pertaining to “cannabinoids as antioxidants and neuroprotectants,” CBD and THC can limit “neurological damage following ischemic insults, such as stroke or trauma